novelraw Chapter 515: Mo Xiangwan the Disruptor
Chapter 515: Mo Xiangwan the Disruptor
The warm-toned ceiling light cast a soft glow, enveloping the three of them in a cozy, hazy halo.
The night breeze stirred their hair, bringing a trace of autumn chill, yet making the moment feel all the more real.
Sun Jiayue looked across at her high school classmate in disbelief, memories slowly rising to the surface.
Fleeting flashes of a youthful, vibrant high school life replayed one by one.
That carefree, brash boy had gradually become a confident, mature, and striking figure,
both unfamiliar and familiar, both distant and close.
“Tang Song?” she murmured.
“It’s me, don’t say you don’t recognize me?” Tang Song smiled and nodded, his tone teasing.
“You’ve changed... a lot.” Sun Jiayue tried to calm the ripples in her heart, her gaze refocusing.
She had never been someone who went for looks—appearance didn’t matter to her. What she admired were successful business elites.Thinking about her momentary slip just now, a trace of embarrassment flashed across her face.
His transformation really was too extreme, and yes, undeniably handsome—like a male lead straight out of a workplace drama.
“You too, you've slimmed down a lot, and you look much prettier. I almost didn’t recognize you. And I’ve heard from Qingning that you’re doing really well now—one of Modu’s high-caliber financial elites. That’s impressive.”
Tang Song looked at the professionally dressed Sun Jiayue in front of him, eyes full of genuine admiration.
He truly meant it.
They hadn’t seen each other for over seven years.
Two months ago, when he returned to their old school, the memories of 2016 were still vivid,
like one moment she was still that chubby, silly girl, and the next, she had become a textbook example of a professional woman. He couldn’t help but marvel at the passage of time and the wonders of growth.
“Thanks for the compliment, old classmate.” Sun Jiayue unconsciously tucked a lock of hair behind her ear, her lips curling up slightly.
She was indeed proud of her achievements today.
As for the struggles behind them—only she truly understood.
Tang Song pointed at the casually dressed girl beside her and asked, “Oh right, and this is...? Aren’t you going to introduce her?”
“Uh...” Sun Jiayue turned around, “This is my college classmate and co-renter, Zhang Nuo. She works around here too.”
“Nice to meet you, I’m Tang Song. Glad to meet you.” Tang Song smiled politely and warmly.
Zhang Nuo was momentarily stunned by his smile, quickly lowering her head and stammered, “Hi, Tang Song. I... I was cooking upstairs just now, came down a bit hastily.”
She forced out an explanation, then discreetly pulled back her feet in red slippers.
On the surface she looked calm, but inside, she was falling apart.
She had believed her bestie who said some dorky programmer was dropping by—figured it was just someone to have a laugh at, so she didn’t think much of it and came downstairs for fun.
Only to find a glammed-up Sun Jiayue and this suit-wearing dreamboat Tang Song...
She had become a complete clown.
She felt like she wouldn’t be happy for the rest of the year.
Perhaps sensing her thoughts, Tang Song looked at her and said, “No wonder you’re both elites in Modu’s finance scene, you’ve got the aura.”
Hearing his compliment, Zhang Nuo blushed instantly, her mood flipping from stormy to sunny.
Oh my god! A heartthrob! If you’re gonna talk like that, just keep going! Love it!
Sun Jiayue pressed her lips together, straightened her back and said, “Come on, dinner’s ready. If we wait any longer, the crab will go cold.”
“Yes, yes! I personally picked the biggest ones at the supermarket. You have to try them.”
“Thanks, let’s go.”
Chatting like that, the three walked side-by-side toward the elevator, their footsteps echoing in the quiet hallway.
Back upstairs, Tang Song placed the fruit gift box he brought at the entrance and glanced around at the décor.
The interior was minimalist yet tasteful, filled with smart appliances and artistic decor—it had a real vibe.
“This place is really nice. You two live pretty well,” Tang Song said sincerely, a note of appreciation in his tone.
“It’s okay, the rent’s just really expensive.” Sun Jiayue responded with a light laugh. “But the location’s convenient, really close to Lujiazui.”
Zhang Nuo glanced at the two of them, then slipped into the bedroom.
Sun Jiayue invited Tang Song to sit at the dining table and asked a few questions about where he was staying in Modu.
When she heard he was at the JW Marriott Hotel, a flicker of surprise crossed her eyes.
Although she hadn’t seen Tang Song in years, she’d picked up bits and pieces from other classmates about how he was doing.
He used to do development at Meigou Tech—a promising path in a major tech firm, possibly even leading to a management position and a million-yuan salary someday.
However, ever since Liu Qingning left the capital last year, he had also returned to Yancheng and was working at a trade company.
Now he was vacationing in Modu and staying at a five-star hotel. Plus, his outfit...
Sun Jiayue knew a thing or two about fashion and could immediately tell his clothes weren’t ordinary—at least worth tens of thousands.
All signs pointed to the fact that he was doing much better than she’d imagined.
By the time Zhang Nuo came back out, she was completely transformed.
Now wearing stylish casualwear, her hair neatly done, and lips painted in a rosewood shade—she looked refreshed and radiant.
The three of them started dinner, and the conversation gradually opened up.
Mostly it was Tang Song and Sun Jiayue chatting about high school memories.
A few familiar names came up, some mutually known secrets and fun stories resurfaced.
In just a few words, they were pulled right back into the simple, innocent days of high school.
Zhang Nuo, initially shy and reserved, gradually joined in—throwing in a few playful remarks now and then. The mood became more and more relaxed and pleasant.
However, as the conversation deepened, the way Sun Jiayue looked at Tang Song grew more surprised and complex.
As a graduate of a top-tier university and a professional woman who had worked in fundraising for over three years,
she naturally had her own way of judging people.
At the very least, this reunion with Tang Song left her feeling like everything about him had been overturned—it reshaped her perception.
His features hadn’t changed much, but his demeanor, aura, posture... it was a whole different level.
Of course, the most critical change was his presence.
That inner confidence and ease seemed to radiate from within, almost overflowing.
That kind of energy wasn’t something superficial changes could bring.
It meant his core had been updated—he was no longer ordinary.
Even compared to the talented young men she knew, he was in no way inferior. In fact... maybe even more attractive.
Yancheng, Beicheng Garden Residential Complex.
The sound of a keyboard echoed crisply in the quiet room.
Shen Yuyan quickly flipped through files, reviewing and fine-tuning the current funding plans, financial reports, and market analyses one by one.
She rubbed her temples—after a long stretch of intense focus, mental exhaustion was starting to set in.
Ring ring ring— Her phone on the desk started to vibrate violently.
[Mingjian Capital – Wang Yubo]
Seeing the caller ID, Shen Yuyan raised her eyebrows slightly and quickly picked up.
“Hello? Good evening, Yuyan.” Wang Yubo’s calm voice rang out.
Shen Yuyan pulled herself together, her voice resuming its usual professional sharpness. “Good evening, Chairman Wang. I’ve prepared the materials you requested. I promise you won’t be disappointed.”
“Hehe, I believe that. I’ve never doubted your abilities.”
“Thank you for your trust, Chairman Wang! And thank you to Mingjian Capital for the opportunity.”
“No need to be so polite. I simply appreciate your capabilities.”
Wang Yubo paused, then said, “Did you book your ticket yet? When are you coming? Tomorrow or the day after?”
Shen Yuyan instinctively glanced at the calendar on her computer. “October 5th, that’s the day after tomorrow. I’ll be taking the high-speed train—should arrive in Modu that evening.”
“Oh? Business class?”
“No, just a standard second-class seat.”
Wang Yubo spoke firmly, “Let’s do this—I’ll have my assistant book you a flight for the 5th. Just fly over. You’re attending as a guest, so travel and accommodations will be on us.”
“No, no, that’s too much—thank you, Chairman Wang. The high-speed train is already fast—only six hours.”
“It’s not too much. It’s settled.” Wang Yubo chuckled, then added, “Once you’re in Modu, I’ll introduce you to some people—including partners from the Big Four firms and top law offices. I’m sure it’ll be worth your trip.”
Shen Yuyan pressed her lips together, hesitated briefly, then agreed. “Alright. Thank you, Chairman Wang.”
They chatted a bit more before ending the call.
Shen Yuyan exhaled deeply, her gaze dropping as she sank into thought.
Gongying Tech’s C+ round of funding was nearly complete, and preparations for its New Third Board listing were already underway.
As the lead investor, Mingjian Capital was laying the groundwork for the future.
And her early trip to Modu was to present the current investment status of Youjie Domestic Services to their team, seeking feedback to ensure the second round of funds would go through smoothly.
This opportunity came from Wang Yubo, who claimed to admire her talent.
He would also be introducing her to some high-end contacts—
including even top-level management from Sequoia Capital and Jingwu Capital.
For someone as ambitious and socially driven as Shen Yuyan, this was an irresistible chance.
In truth, society wasn’t as simple as it looked on the surface.
Money, power, and resources were the real rule-makers.
Ordinary people could only passively accept their influence.
Now, she needed to prove her value—and this was her shot.
Shen Yuyan stood up, her eyes shining as she looked south, full of determination.
“Modu, see you in two days!”
Gurgle— Her stomach suddenly growled, cutting through her thoughts.
She paused, licking her lips. She’d skipped dinner to stay focused and keep her figure.
Now that her work was done and she was in a good mood, her appetite returned.
Thinking quickly, she walked out of her bedroom and opened the fridge.
Then she strode over to the room across the hall and pushed the door open.
Upbeat music floated in the air.
Before her was Xu Qing, lying on her stomach in just her underwear, fully engrossed in something on the screen—completely unaware anyone had entered.
Shen Yuyan raised an eyebrow and walked straight in, asking casually, “Qingqing, did you eat dinner?”
“Ahhhh!” A loud scream pierced the air.
Xu Qing scrambled to turn around, her twin ponytails flying—clearly terrified.
(°口°)!
A moment later, she pretended to be calm, sitting up with shifty eyes. “Yanyan... you—why are you here all of a sudden? Done with work?”
As lifelong besties, Shen Yuyan immediately sensed something was off.
Her eyes narrowed. “What are you hiding behind your back? Hand it over!”
Xu Qing’s face instantly turned pale, instinctively scooting backward. “N-no! There’s nothing! Don’t be ridiculous, nothing at all!”
“You’re lying to me, aren’t you? Hmph!” Shen Yuyan let out a cold laugh, rushed forward, pounced onto the bed, and reached to grab the thing Xu Qing was hiding behind her back.
“No, no!” Xu Qing shook her head vigorously and struggled.
o(>w<)o
But in the end, she couldn’t resist her bestie’s tickling attack, and the item behind her back was snatched away.
Shen Yuyan stared at the ball gag in Xu Qing’s hand, her mouth opening wider and wider.
Xu Qing screamed, snatched the toy back, and in her panic, stuffed it straight into her pants. “You’ve got it all wrong!”
( ))
Then she shifted her body, as if trying to block something.
Shen Yuyan suddenly made a move and flung off her blanket.
A small whip, leash, collar...
A whole set of toys was laid out on the bed.
Finely crafted, with decorative patterns—they looked surprisingly beautiful.
Shen Yuyan’s brow twitched as she said in disbelief, “Qingqing, are you... getting into the scene? Does Tang Song know about this?”
Xu Qing immediately flopped face-down onto the bed, yelling, “It’s not what you think! That little brat Xiaojing bought them for me, had them shipped straight to our place. I just signed for the package tonight and opened it!”
As she spoke, she angrily wrapped the toys in the blanket and stuffed them into the cabinet.
“That pervert Xiaojing did it on purpose to mess with me!”
“Yanyan, you have to believe me, I’m not even into this stuff!”
“D*mn that pervert Xiaojing, I’m going to buy some extreme stuff and mail it to her office as payback!”
Shen Yuyan stared at her bestie, then suddenly stepped forward. “Qingqing.”
“What do you want? I didn’t lie to you. I can show you the chat history.” Xu Qing shrank back.
Shen Yuyan took her phone and glanced at the conversation.
A sudden sense of crisis hit her. ʀᴇᴀᴅ ʟᴀᴛᴇsᴛ ᴄʜᴀᴘᴛᴇʀs ᴀᴛ novel★fire.net
She wasn’t as naive as Xu Qing. From the looks of it, Xiaojing seemed to be trying to pull Xu Qing closer, deliberately cozying up to her—she was even calling her “bestie.”
With how straightforward Qingqing was, Xiaojing would definitely get her way soon.
Shen Yuyan’s eyes flickered as she said, “Qingqing, haven’t you realized that even silly-looking Xiaojing is able to toy you around?”
“No, she isn’t!” Xu Qing stiffened her neck and refuted, but couldn’t find a solid reason.
Shen Yuyan stared into her eyes and said seriously, “Listen to me. There’s not a single pushover on Tang Song’s team. Of course... except you. That’s why you keep getting played.”
“Ugh! Why would you say that about me! I’m not that simple either, okay?” Xu Qing shouted in frustration, grabbing her bestie’s chest.
“What are you doing! Let go!”
The two wrestled on the bed for a while, until Shen Yuyan finally stopped, panting slightly. Her voice softened but carried seriousness: “I have a plan to turn the tide.”
Hearing that, Xu Qing pretended not to care, but her eyes drifted over involuntarily.
(O_o)??
A moment later, she couldn’t help but ask, “What plan?”
Shen Yuyan leaned in close and whispered with a smile, “Bring in outside support.”
“Who?”
“Me.” Shen Yuyan let out a soft laugh and kissed her on the cheek.
Hearing that, Xu Qing’s face slowly turned red as if a certain scene had popped into her mind.
Though it sounded like her bestie was joking... it actually seemed doable!
If Yanyan joined, then they would truly become the unbeatable duo “Xu Yanqing”!
Fist-punch Liu Ruyan, foot-kick Bai Jing, crush Xu Jiali.
Unstoppable. Web novel female lead vibes!
......
Modu, Seacoast Tech Garden.
Dinner ended.
The three went downstairs and strolled along the bustling streets until they reached the banks of the Huangpu River.
They chatted as they walked.
On the shimmering river, cruise boats glided slowly by. In the distance, Lujiazui’s skyscrapers were ablaze with lights, reflecting on the water like a dazzling painting.
Tang Song stopped at a scenic overlook and took out his phone to take photos.
A short distance behind him, Zhang Nuo nudged Sun Jiayue and suddenly whispered, “Yueyue, don’t you think Tang Song is a perfect fit?”
“Huh? What do you mean?”
“An LP! Haven’t you been struggling to find a suitable candidate?” Zhang Nuo lowered her voice, a hint of excitement in her tone. “Just now when he was talking about finance and his big tech background—he matches your criteria to a T.”
Hearing that, Sun Jiayue froze for a moment, then instinctively looked over at Tang Song.
His image, manner of speaking, and overall quality—flawless.
Especially when discussing her work, his insights into the finance industry far exceeded what an average person would understand.
With his past experience at a major tech company in the capital, he fit the profile of a “tech rising star.”
If he could pose as a successful entrepreneur from Yancheng looking for investment opportunities in Modu, it would greatly benefit her fundraising efforts.
He was practically the perfect candidate.
Suddenly, she recalled Liu Qingning’s earlier recommendation—maybe it hadn’t been a joke after all.
Her heart began to race. She bit her lip, took a few steps forward, and cautiously asked, “Tang Song, when are you planning to leave Modu?”
Tang Song casually replied, “Not sure yet, but definitely after the 8th.”
“After the 8th?” Sun Jiayue’s eyes lit up, her tone turning serious. “I have something I’d like to ask your help with. Would you be willing?”
“What is it? Go ahead. If I can help, I will.” Tang Song set aside his casual tone and looked at her intently.
Sun Jiayue carefully chose her words, speaking in the most sincere tone she could manage: “As you might know, I work in fundraising for a private equity firm. We have strict performance targets each year, but with the tough market, it’s been really hard to bring in high-net-worth clients. So... I was hoping you could do me a favor.”
“Oh?” Tang Song raised his brow, the corners of his mouth lifting into a meaningful smile. “You want me to be an LP?”
“Uh…” Sun Jiayue blinked, a little embarrassed, and nodded. “You could say that.”
Zhang Nuo chimed in from the side, “Yeah, Tang Song, you’re the best fit.”
Tang Song crossed his arms, smiling thoughtfully. “How about this—send me your fund’s info later. If there’s no major issue, I’ll give it serious thought.”
Gotta admit, these two finance ladies really had sharp instincts!
Even with how low-key he’d been, they still picked up on something.
With his charm rating close to 80, it was getting hard to stay unnoticed.
Hearing his words,
Sun Jiayue and Zhang Nuo exchanged a glance, then burst out laughing at the same time.
Tang Song froze, not quite catching on.
Sun Jiayue couldn’t help but pat his arm. “I’m telling you, even though you look a lot more mature and steady now, you’re still as funny as you were in high school.”
Zhang Nuo stuck out her tongue and whispered, “That’s not what we meant. Yueyue’s company does private equity. It’s not like those off-platform funds on Alipay. The minimum buy-in starts at a million.”
The corner of Tang Song’s eye twitched, and he silently took back his earlier compliments.
Then, Sun Jiayue began to explain her plan.
Hearing that she wanted him to pose as a “rising tech star” and “investor,” Tang Song’s expression grew increasingly strange.
Wasn’t that… literally who he was?
At his current level, doing this sort of thing honestly felt a bit beneath him.
He was just about to politely decline—
when he heard a familiar name.
“Investor Night: Leading the Future?”
Sun Jiayue nodded. “Yeah, that’s the one. It’s the largest finance event in Modu recently. I only managed to get an invite through company channels.”
Tang Song raised his brows in surprise.
What a coincidence.
One of the major reasons he came to Modu was to attend this very event.
In fact, he already had an invitation—in the name of Rongliu Capital.
He was planning to meet with Yimai Tech there and participate in their Series B+ round.
But thinking about it, it made sense.
Events of that scale were complex and drew all kinds of industry professionals.
Sun Jiayue and Zhang Nuo, as Modu-based insiders, showing up there wasn’t strange at all.
Seeing Tang Song fall silent, as if hesitating,
Sun Jiayue pressed her lips together. “You don’t have to worry so much. Events like this aren’t as dramatic as you might think. You just need to come along and get a feel for it. I also want you to see what the real high-end circles are like—maybe it’ll give you a different perspective.”
She paused, then added, “Actually, Qingning was probably hoping for the same thing. She was the one who suggested I invite you.”
Although Tang Song had changed a lot at this reunion, she still thought—after all, he was a programmer.
She assumed he was afraid of losing face at such an event.
Hearing the name of his white moonlight, Tang Song’s gaze softened.
Looking at Sun Jiayue in front of him, he smiled and said, “Alright, sure.”
He was going anyway. Whether he went alone or with Sun Jiayue didn’t really make a difference.
Might as well indulge Qingning’s wicked little sense of humor and give her former bestie a little lesson too.
......
9 p.m., JW Marriott Hotel.
After saying goodbye to Sun Jiayue, Tang Song returned to the JW Marriott.
The lights were bright in the room, his luggage neatly arranged in the corner.
Since he’d decided to move in with Anne Kate, he naturally needed to bring all his stuff with him.
Thinking about living together with a tall foreign goddess, a subtle smile played at the corners of his lips.
Every interaction with Anne was full of novelty.
Her boldness and directness—so different from Chinese women—were both relaxing and exciting.
And of course, most importantly, Anne’s figure was top-tier. Being around such a stunner every day? That was pure enjoyment.
After packing up his clothes and daily necessities, Tang Song hesitated for a moment, then opened the safe and carefully tucked the important items into his backpack to carry with him.
Then he took the hotel-arranged car straight to Suhewan OCT.
After getting out of the car, Tang Song pulled out the access card Anne had given him and swiped his way into the complex.
After a bit of wandering, he arrived at the villa.
He entered the password, pulled open the heavy armored door, and was immediately greeted by a faint aroma of perfume.
Just stepping into the living room, a tall, graceful figure came into view.
She sat on the sofa, wearing a white shirt with a slit pencil skirt, draped in a finely patterned blazer, black pointed-toe heels on her feet. Nude stockings outlined a pair of long, shapely legs.
Her makeup was light but flawless, exuding the elegance and charm unique to mature women.
“Tang, long time no see.” Mo Xiangwan stood up with poise, a perfectly pleasant smile on her face, her eyes settling on Tang Song.
Tang Song blinked, then looked surprised. “Xiangwan? What are you doing here?”
Mo Xiangwan blinked her bright, deep eyes. “Miss Kate was showing off that you were coming to stay with her. I happened to have something I needed to discuss with you, Tang, so I came by unannounced. I didn’t disturb anything, did I?”
Being stared at by her, Tang Song’s eye twitched—he suddenly felt a little guilty, like he’d been caught red-handed.
“Of course not. I actually have to visit the Modu Film Base tomorrow, and there’s a lot I need to run by you.”
Mo Xiangwan nodded seriously. “There’s a lot to be careful of on set. If someone else were handling it, I wouldn’t be comfortable. I’ve decided to take full responsibility myself. I’ll go with you tomorrow.”
“Thanks. That’s a big help.”
“No trouble at all. After all, Su Yu and I have been waiting for this day for a very long time.” Mo Xiangwan said with a hint of emotion. Her gaze shifted to the luggage in Tang Song’s hand, her lips curling slightly. “To make sure nothing goes wrong, I’ll be staying here at Miss Kate’s place tonight as well. You don’t mind, do you?”
Tang Song didn’t seem to pick up on the subtext and answered sincerely, “Of course not. Three people’s even better. Honestly... I missed you too.”